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MILES Golden Bears Make History with First NCAA Division II Playoff Victory
In a tightly contested game, Miles College secured its first NCAA Division II playoff victory with a 14-13 win over Carson-Newman in the opening round of the NCAA Super Region Two playoffs. Playing at Sloan-Alumni Stadium for their first-ever home playoff game, the Golden Bears relied on a strong defensive effort to hold off the Eagles. Despite facing challenges late in the game after a fumble gave Carson-Newman one last chance, Miles’ defense came through with a key interception to seal the win.
The Golden Bears got on the board early with a touchdown pass from Kamren Ivory to Jaquel Fells and added a second score on a short run by Jonero Scott. Carson-Newman responded with a rushing touchdown and a field goal, but Miles’ defense kept them from taking the lead. The Eagles had opportunities, including a missed 50-yard field goal and a late-game drive, but the Golden Bears held firm to preserve the victory. With the win, Miles (10-2) extended its school-record win streak to 10 games and advanced to face top-seeded Valdosta State in the next round.
Game Stats: Carson-Newman (9-3) vs. Miles (10-2)
Final Score: Miles 14, Carson-Newman 13
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carson-Newman | 0 | 10 | 0 | 3 | 13 |
| Miles | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
Top Performers
- Carson-Newman:
- Passing: Zane Whitson – 76 yards
- Rushing: Jayden Sullins – 134 yards
- Receiving: Don Bradley – 37 yards
- Miles College:
- Passing: Kamren Ivory – 84 yards
- Rushing: Jonero Scott – 48 yards, 1 TD
- Receiving: Travaunta Abner – 36 yards
Game Details
- Date: November 23, 2024
- Location: Sloan-Alumni Stadium, Fairfield, Alabama
- Attendance: 1,726
- Kickoff Time: 11:00 AM
- End of Game: 1:40 PM
- Duration: 2 hours, 40 minutes
- Weather: Sunny, 55°F, Wind NNW 4 mph